Description
A vibrant side dish featuring fresh green beans, creamy feta, sweet cranberries, and crunchy walnuts, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh green beans, trimmed
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey or agave syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or mint (optional)
Instructions
- Blanch the green beans in boiling salted water for 3-5 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender, then transfer to an ice bath.
- In a large bowl, mix the cooled green beans, feta, cranberries, and walnuts gently.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey (or agave).
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately or let chill for about 30 minutes to meld flavors.
Notes
Fresh green beans are essential for the best texture. Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasoning as necessary.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Blanching & Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Green Bean Salad, Holiday Side Dish, Thanksgiving Recipe